U.S. Coast Guard Vice Adm. Jo-Ann Burdian (right), commander of Coast Guard Atlantic Area, stands with Rear Adm. John Vann during a change of command ceremony April 10, 2026, at Coast Guard Base Portsmouth, Virginia. Vann was presented with the Legion of Merit award for his work as district commander of the Coast Guard East District. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Christine Bills)